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Students make up a fifth of Cardiff’s population, creating a welcoming, multicultural city where more than 90 languages are spoken.
With over 330 parks and gardens, countless shops, and endless places to eat, there’s always something to explore.
Best of all, Park Place puts you on the doorstep of everything this vibrant capital city offers.

Get two weeks free next year when you book for next year on the 24th.
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OUR BUILDING.

Park Place is an elegant blend of old and new, creating an inspiring space just a five-minute walk from Cardiff University.

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Vita Student Park Place, Park Place, Cathays, Cardiff, CF10 3FH
05 Min Walk to Cardiff University
02 Min Walk to Cardiff city centre
18 Floors
401 Rooms

A unique building blending the old and the new to create an inspiring and safe student living space that’s closer to Cardiff University than any other accommodation in the local area.

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What’s included?

Your weekly rent includes everything you need to live well — with no hidden costs. From weekday breakfast and exclusive events, to housekeeping, a 24/7 gym and more, we’ve taken care of everything, so you can focus on what matters most.

Full price breakdown
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STYLISH STUDIO APARTMENTS
Designed with comfort in mind. Choose the space that suits you best.
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INSPIRATIONAL HUB SPACES
Whether you’re studying or socialising, the Hub is where it all happens.
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WEEKDAY BREAKFAST
Fuel your studies with an assortment of hot, cold, continental and grab-and-go breakfast options. 
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24/7 GYM
Work out whenever you like in your fully equipped on-site 24-hour gym.
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REGULAR HOUSEKEEPING
Need a room reset? That’s what our fortnightly housekeeping service is for.
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24/7 CCTV & SECURE ACCESS
Sleep easy with CCTV and fob entry access in every building.
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PARCEL COLLECTION
Expecting a delivery? Collect your parcel from our secure parcel room.
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ONSITE TEAM
Your family, away from family. Our Residence teams are here for you, always.
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BOOKABLE STUDY ROOMS
From group movies to solo studying, we’ve got room for every occasion.
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EXCLUSIVE WEEKLY EVENTS
Learn new skills. Find your people. Make memories you’ll cherish forever.
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HEADLINER EVENTS
These are the nights you’ll be talking about for years after.
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VIP BRAND EXPERIENCES
Exclusive gifts and discounts from world-class, well-loved brands.
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COMPLIMENTARY LAUNDRY
No more hating laundry. Wash and dry your clothes, on us.
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CITY CENTRE LOCATIONS
Stay in the heart of your university city, with easy access to amenities.
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FREE-TO-USE BIKES
Explore your new city on your terms. Take one of our free-to-use bikes for a spin.
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VITA STUDENT ALUMNI
Keep the Vita Student experience going by joining our Alumni community.
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CAREER RESOURCES
Hear from industry experts. Access career tools. Shape your success.
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MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Your wellbeing matters. Our Residence teams are here to support you.
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SUPERFAST WIFI
A secure 250mbps connection, day and night. Your own wireless network for up to 10 Smart devices.
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PRIVATE DIGITAL HEALTHCARE
Get free, remote access to expert healthcare with HealthHero.

STUDENT COST OF LIVING (EXCLUDING RENT)
UNITED KINGDOM

CITY CENTRE
(PER MONTH)

VITA STUDENT
Utility Bills £140 Included
High Speed Internet £25 Included
Cleaning Service £70 Included
Breakfast £150 Included
Daily Coffee £120 Included
Gym £30 Included
Personal Trainer / Yoga £150 Included
Bike Rental £70 Included
Social Events £250 Included
Cooking Classes £150 Included
Private health insurance £75 Included
Private counselling £100 Included
TOTAL £1330

Book for 27/28

Life’s better over here. Book for 27/28 on 24th October, and get two weeks free next year.

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Unbeatable location.

Located on campus, Park Place is at the heart of the action. It’s within walking distance of the St David’s shopping centre, the National Museum and the hottest student spots.

There’s nowhere more comfortable or convenient to live while studying in Cardiff.

WELCOME TO CARDIFF

“ONE OF THE UK'S MOST DEVELOPED CITIES”

The Welsh capital of Cardiff stands alongside London and Edinburgh.

Excellent transport links and digital connectivity, including 5G networks and some of the UK’s fastest broadband speeds, make it easy to explore Bute Park, Sophia Gardens, or student bars like Live Lounge.

Home to one of the UK’s largest green spaces, Roath Park, Pontcanna and Cardiff Bay are all within easy reach.

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“A VERY MODERN CITY”

Although Cardiff is now a very modern city, it’s impossible to forget its rich history when your student accommodation overlooks one of Britain’s finest surviving castles — Cardiff Castle.

Take a boat from Butetown to Cardiff Bay and enjoy the cool bars and restaurants surrounding the Wales Millennium Centre.

For cultural highlights, the National Museum houses one of the largest collections of Impressionist paintings outside Paris, while Cardiff hosts annual film and photography festivals.

You can also enjoy performances from the Welsh National Opera, and if you’re a film and TV lover, Everyman Cinema is the perfect place to catch the latest releases.

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Universities
in Cardiff.

Cardiff University

Cardiff University is a global university, offering an all-embracing student experience. The university has created a strong community through building an enriching environment.

Whether you’re based in Cathays Campus or Heath Park, you’ll be close to research excellence across neuroscience, environmental sustainability, healthcare innovation, and more.

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University of South Wales

With campuses in Cardiff, Newport, and Pontypridd, University of South Wales is Wales’ second largest university.

Renowned for its film school, USW is a thriving hub of art and theatre innovation, making it an ideal choice for aspiring creatives seeking practical experience and industry connections.

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Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers outstanding professional and vocational degrees, as well as a thriving sports community.

Its diverse community has welcomed students from almost 140 countries over the last five years. Cardiff Met is also ranked the top university in Wales for employability, with 94.4% of graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduating.

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WHAT WE’RE ABOUT.

Vita Student is for students that want it all. For students that want to live without limits.

With an all-inclusive service, Vita Student Cardiff gives you the space to live better and achieve more.

Whether you’re creative or academic, Vita Student offers exceptional living for extraordinary futures.

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Top 6 picturesque nature hikes in Cardiff For Students
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The Best Bars & Pubs in Cardiff for Students
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Things for Students to do in Cardiff
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Things to do for students in Cathays

Student spotlight.

Testimonials from our residents across the UK and Spain.
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“My three favourite things about living at Vita: the weekly events, the gym and the independence I get from living on my own”
Elouise

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“The reception was really welcoming and helpful”
Muhammed

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“A place where I can learn new things and feel comfortable”
Prem

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“I wanted to move into a place where I can feel really secure”
Loudes

FAQs

    As a student, you’ll never be short on things to do in Cardiff. From culture to cuisine, nightlife to nature, Cardiff has it all. From Vita Student Cardiff, you can walk to Cathay’s Park, a beautiful conservation area and ideal place for reading, or head to Cardiff’s National Museum to feast your eyes on some of Wales’ top art exhibitions. Vita Student Cardiff is in Cardiff’s centre – meaning that you can easily access all of the best bars, restaurants and shops in the city.

    Get inspired with our ‘Things to do in Cardiff’ blog post.

    It takes less than two hours to get from Cardiff to London by train.

    Cardiff has a long and rich history. Once a coal mining city, Cardiff was home thousands of workers and businesspeople from across the country. As a result, it became one of the fastest growing cities in the UK and was then named Wales’ Capital.

    Cardiff’s nightlife is some of the best in the country. Students here rave about the unforgettable nights in the city, with tonnes of venues to choose from. If you want to dance the night away to popular chart music, head to Pryzm, but if you want to experience live music, see at gig at Clwb Ifor Bach. There are also plenty of cocktail bars and pubs like The Libertine and Lab 22 for more laid-back nights.

    If you’re looking for the best food and drink spots in Cardiff, you’re spoiled for choice. Start with street food at Mowgli Street Food – here you can find rotis and curries that are packed with flavour. Or head to Curado Bar to share some tapas and a carafe of red wine with friends. In Cardiff, the options are endless.

    Most students in Cardiff live in Cathays, which is a short walk to university and near all of the best spots in the city. This is also where you can find our brand-new Vita Student accommodation in Cardiff.

    While Cardiff is a lively city, there are loads of outdoor spaces to relax in. First of all is Alexandra Gardens, a beautiful park with colour flower beds and seating areas. Next up is Bute Park, one of Cardiff’s largest parks and an amazing place to meditate, run or relax with a group of friends.

    Escape the city and explore the natural beauty around Cardiff. Discover the best nature hikes, scenic trails, and outdoor destinations in Cardiff on our blog.

    When you book a room at Vita Student, you can enjoy early access to all your new building’s communal spaces before you move in. Discover your new study spot and save on your gym membership by securing your space today.

    When you book at Vita Student, a member of our team will be in touch within 48 hours. So if you have any questions about your booking, don’t worry – our customer engagement team will support you every step of your journey with us, from booking until the end of your stay at Vita Student.

    You need to be over 17 and a full-time university student in the UK or Spain to live at Vita Student.

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